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JMV8166BA

JennAir JMV8166BA Over-the-Range Microwave

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Most common issues on this model

  1. Latch or hinge wear on a door at head height
  2. A vent fan that is noisy or moves little air
  3. A cooktop lamp that stops working
  4. A magnetron or door switch that stops the heat

The JMV8166BA is an over-the-range microwave, with the JMV8166BAS and JMV8166BAW sold under the same base number. It is hung from the cabinet above a cooktop, so we confirm the mounting before pulling it down. We know only that this is an over-the-range microwave, so we measure and confirm the model tag before we order anything. We also check that the vent duct or recirculation setup matches how the unit was installed, because a disconnected duct sends grease straight back into the cabinet.

We check the vent filters, fan and lights, then the door latch and switches, then microwave heating. Grease on the filters is a common trouble above a range, and cleaning them is the cheapest fix. We write the price before any work, and our repairs carry a 30-day warranty.

Key features

  • Over-the-range microwave oven
  • Electric
  • Variants JMV8166BAS and JMV8166BAW
→Codes

Error codes this model can show

FC E8JennAir OTR Microwave Code FC E8: registration rejected, check the SAID number FCE8JennAir OTR Microwave Code FCE8: wrong appliance type or model chosen Flashing 0:00JennAir Countertop Microwave Message Flashing 0:00: Reset the Clock Flashing ":" or PF in displayJennAir OTR Microwave Message Flashing ":" or PF: Power Failure or Clock Off LOC or "L" or Padlock IconJennAir Microwave Message LOC, L or Padlock Icon: Control Lock Enabled Locked, Lock or LocJennAir Built-In Microwave Message "Locked, Lock or Loc": Control Lock On ":" or "." in displayJennAir Built-In Message ":" or "." in display: clock needs setting F8 E3JennAir Built-In Microwave Code F8 E3: one more cooling alert
JMV8166BAJMV8166BA questions
Do the BAS and BAW versions differ from the JMV8166BA?

They are sold under the same base model, so the parts are shared. The last letter relates to finish, and we read your tag to confirm.

My microwave fan is slow. Do I need a new motor?

Not always. Greasy filters or a dirty blower wheel often cause it. We clean and test first, and quote a motor only if the motor is weak.

Why does the oven stop when I close the door?

The door switches may not be registering. We test the latch hooks and the switch chain, which is a small repair on most over-the-range units, and we quote it before starting.

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